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My CF Is My Burden Alone

Dec 16, 2019 09:00 am | Tré LaRosa

It is natural that we grow attached to the people with whom we develop relationships. That’s just how it is. There’s not much more to it. The early days of friendship are full of tiptoeing around heavy topics or shying away from our truest selves. That’s what makes developing friendships fun. It’s exciting to see […]
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Chronic Kidney Disease Highly Prevalent in CF, Kidney Function Poorer in Transplanted Patients, Italian Study Says

Dec 16, 2019 07:00 am | Ana Pena, PhD

Patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) have a high prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) linked to higher levels of uric acid and fats in the blood, a study has found. These manifestations seem to be particularly severe in patients who receive a lung transplant. As such, performing early and complete screenings in these patients is […]
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